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Are you one of the 7 million Americans who are currently unemployed? While applying for a federal job training program might seem like a good idea, a recent study found that these facilities aren't likely to help much.

Research into the operations of One-Stop Job Centers in the greater Sacramento area revealed that the government-funded job training facilities fall short of helping unemployed workers improve their standing. ...

When you think about team dynamics and workplace productivity, it’s easy to get trapped in the idea that alignment in thinking is the best path forward; after all, the mindset unity offered by consistent corporate culture is shown to have a positive effect on productivity. ...

A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the 1964 Civil Rights Act protects LGBT employees from workplace discrimination, setting up a likely battle before the Supreme Court and gay rights advocates. Indiana teacher Kimberly Hively, shown here in 2015, filed a lawsuit alleging that Ivy Tech Community College in South Bend didn't hire her full time because she is a lesbian. ...

If the existence of trust falls tell us anything it’s that bonding with your colleagues is an important part of building a successful career. Anyone who has ever participated in corporate team-building exercises – like the good old trust fall – knows that there’s more to success than being good at the nuts and bolts of your job. ...

I’m involved in a sticky work situation. I have become aware of a manager’s conduct that is in violation of our standards of business conduct policy. This is not my manager, but another manager. Do I have a duty to report this? Can I get in trouble for not reporting this?
You’ve designed this as a Monday morning brain teaser since we are scant on details here, but I’m game to play. ...

If you are tired of punching the time clock and spending your days working for someone else, you may be searching for a great self-employment opportunity. The idea of starting a new business may sound intimidating and scary at first, but after you develop a solid business concept, you may see that your goal is attainable. ...

Over the past decade, a staggering number of studies have demonstrated that our work performance plummets when we work prolonged periods without a break. We know that overworked employees are prone to mood swings, impulsive decision-making, and poor concentration. ...

People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing, that’s why we recommend it daily.” —Zig Ziglar“How do you stay so motivated all the time?” my friend recently asked me over a glass (or two) of Pinot Noir. ...